These large sports stadium projects – and the accompanying infrastructure – have become a specialty for Penetron.
NSF-61-Certified for Potable Water Use
PENETRON ADMIX was added to the concrete mixed for the water storage tanks and water filtration chambers of the new Cosmos Arena water treatment facility at the Cosmos Arena, which treats millions of gallons of water every day.
"The Penetron crystalline technology used in the concrete tanks and filtration chambers is NSF-61-certified for use with potable water. The waterproofed concrete also helps to enhance the efficiency of the plant's purification technology," adds Christopher Chen.
Stadiums are Here to Stay
Here we look at a few of the Penetron-treated stadiums that have already seen action after the World Cup 2018, welcoming a new generation of soccer fans inspired by this summer's FIFA World Cup:
Samara's Cosmos Arena, Samara – looks like an airline terminal and a flying saucer; the stadium hosted six World Cup games, including England's 2-0 quarter-final victory over Sweden. The local team, Krylia Sovetov, has already opened the current season in their new home.
Baltic Arena, Kaliningrad – the farthest west of all the 12 World Cup stadiums, it hosted crowds of over 35,000 during the tournament; around 10,000 seats have been removed to accommodate the local team, Baltika Kaliningrad; Penetron also treated the adjacent wastewater treatment plant.
Kazan Arena, Kazan – located on the banks of the Volga River, now known as the 'graveyard of champions' because Germany, Argentina and Brazil (with 11 World Cup titles between them) all crashed out of the World Cup 2018 at this venue; it is now home to Rubin Kazan, the illustrious local team that has defeated both Barçelona and Liverpool in the past.
Ekaterinburg Arena, Ekaterinburg – so far east that it's actually in Asia, the venue was temporarily expanded to 35,000 (World Cup minimum seating) and now seats 23,000 for FC Ural Yekaterinburg. The new stadium is much larger than its predecessor and kept only the neo-Classicist façade; the adjacent underground parking garage was also treated with Penetron crystalline technology.
"These large sports stadium projects -- and the accompanying infrastructure -- have become a specialty for Penetron," adds Robert Revera. "They are complex and costly and demand crucial experience. These are exactly the areas in which we've had great success keeping projects on track and on budget."
The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global network, offering support to the design and construction community through its regional offices, representatives and distribution channels.